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AUCD: Prepared4ALL Whole Community Inclusive Emergency Planning
Description: The Association of University Centers on Disabilities has launched a free online training, Prepared4ALL. Prepared4ALL assists disability organizations, emergency managers,…
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ACL: Strategies for Helping Older Adults and People with Disabilities Access COVID-19 Vaccines
Description: This resource by ACL highlights innovative approaches to vaccine outreach and education, assistance in making vaccine appointments, accessibility, and in-home vaccinations.…
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Proactive Vaccine Outreach Strategy: Colorado: Fast Lane for Vaccines
Key Partners: public health department, local ADRC, transportation providers CO ADRCs have been connecting individuals with Older Americans Act transportation services to get to vaccine appointments.…
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AT3 Center: State and Territory AT Act Programs Support Vaccination
Description: In this new COVID-19 issue brief, the National Assistive Technology Act Technical Assistance and Training (AT3) Center cites research showing that,…
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Proactive Vaccine Outreach Strategy: Delaware: Warm Transfer from State COVID Hotline
Key Partners: Public health department, 211, University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD) The ADRC has acted as a conduit to support…
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Manatt Health: Strategies for States to Drive Equitable Vaccine Distribution and Administration
Description: In a new issue brief—prepared in partnership with Families USA and Health Equity Solutions—Manatt Health outlines key barriers states face in their efforts to increase vaccination rates…
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HUD/HHS: HUD and HHS Announce Joint Effort to Increase Access to COVID-19 Vaccinations
Description: On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge and U.S. Housing and Human Service (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra announced a joint-agency…
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AD Council: Questions & Answers About COVID-19 Vaccines
Description: The COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative is led by the Ad Council and the COVID Collaborative with the involvement of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to educate…
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ASTHO: Expanding Vaccination Site Accessibility: Insights from the Field
Description: ASTHO and CDC are assisting jurisdictions with building capacity to plan for and respond to the needs of people with disabilities during the pandemic and beyond.…
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NASHP: State and National Strategies to Increase COVID-19 Vaccine Confidence
Description: With vaccine supply outpacing demand, boosting public awareness and confidence in COVID-19 vaccines remains critical. Federal, state, and local governments are identifying and employing…
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Ohio: Providing Vaccinations to Homebound Residents: A Resource for Partners
Description: The Regional Rapid Response Assistance Program (R3AP) builds upon existing service delivery structures by committing teams of regional experts to provide vaccine access.…
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ACL: Episode 4: Elevating Assistive Technology Program Partnerships Across the No Wrong Door System
Description: Join Christina Neill Bowen as she goes over the history of the NWD vision and how to elevate assistive technology program partnerships with Joseph Lugo,…
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NCOA: Help Your Participants Get a Free Lyft to Their Vaccine
Description: NCOA is partnering with Lyft to provide access to reliable, affordable transportation to older adults who need a ride to get their COVID-19 vaccine.…
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FPM: COVID-19 Implementation Plan Roll Out: HUD and HHS Office of Field Policy and Management
Description: The attached PowerPoint slide deck provides information around Housing and Urban Development's Office of Field Policy's COVID-19 Implementation Plan.…
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HUD/HHS: HUD and HHS's Joint Effort for Local Housing/Health Partnerships
Description: HUD Secretary Fudge and Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Becerra announced a partnership to ensure that the national COVID-19 response delivers equitable and comprehensive care…
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HUD/HHS: HUD and HHS Announce Joint Effort to Increase Access to COVID-19 Vaccinations for Vulnerable Communities
Description: On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia L. Fudge and U.S. Housing and Human Service (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra announced a joint-agency…
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ACL: Forming Lasting NWD System Partnerships through Collaboration on Vaccine Outreach
Description: This document provides ideas for partnerships NWD Systems can build with a variety of entities, as well as examples of states creating or leveraging partnerships to advance COVID-19…
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AFPHS: Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine for Older Adults who are Homebound
Description: COVID-19 vaccination efforts for those who are homebound continue to be implemented, and there is an ongoing evolution of practices to support them.…
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CDC: COVID-19 Vaccine- What Public Health Jurisdictions and Dialysis Partners Need to Know
Description: The federal government is partnering with dialysis organizations, local and state jurisdictions to increase access to COVID-19 vaccines for patients and healthcare personnel in…
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ACL: ADRC/NWD COVID-19 Vaccine Access Supplemental Funding – Allowable Activities FAQ
Description: This frequently asked questions (FAQ) document provides detail on allowable activities under the ADRC/NWD COVID-19 Vaccine Access Supplemental Funding.…
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ACL: Opportunities to Leverage American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds to Grow NWD Systems
Description: This document outlines specific sections in the ARPA that dedicate funds for functions carried out by the NWD System to increase the reach to older adults and individuals with…
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ACL: State Examples of NWD Funding
Description: This document provides examples of how NWD Systems can use a variety of funding streams to support development and sustainability. Click here for more information on sustaining a NWD…
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Manatt: Leveraging Federal and State Authorities to Ensure Access to Long-Term Services and Supports for High-Risk Individuals
Description: This resource guide is a tool to help state officials and other stakeholders understand how temporary federal and state Medicaid flexibilities and emergency federal funding streams are…
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Iowa: Assistive Technology for Social Isolation
Description: Iowa used ADRC CARES Act funding to partner with Easterseals Iowa Assistive Technology (AT) Program (state AT program) to address social isolation.…
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Wyoming: Tech2Connect Initiative to Combat Social Isolation
Description: The attached flyer highlights Wyoming’s “Tech2Connect” partnership among the Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources (state AT program); the Wyoming Department of Health;…